Ahmedabad Airport Teams Remove Thousands of Kites to Protect Aircraft
Ahmedabad airport faced a significant challenge in recent days. Airport officials confirmed the removal of at least 5,000 kites from critical operational areas. These kites were found on the runway, taxiways, apron, and other essential airside zones.
Serious Safety Threat from Stray Kites
Airport authorities emphasized the grave danger posed by stray kites and threads. A single kite or its string can create a serious hazard for aircraft during take-off and landing operations. The risk of damage to engines or other aircraft components remains high when foreign objects enter these sensitive areas.
Officials explained that this year's situation proved particularly demanding. Sustained kite flying activities across Ahmedabad city increased the likelihood of loose kites drifting into the airport's operational space. The popular manja threads also presented additional clearance challenges for the airport teams.
Continuous Patrols by Trained Personnel
The airport deployed specialized teams to address this safety concern. Groups of 10 to 12 trained personnel from airside operations and BVG divisions worked in rotating shifts. These teams conducted continuous patrols across high-risk areas throughout the airport.
Their mission focused on spotting and clearing any kites, strings, or debris that could compromise flight safety. The personnel maintained vigilant surveillance across all critical zones to ensure complete removal of potential hazards.
Flight Operations Continue Uninterrupted
Despite the substantial kite removal effort, flight operations at Ahmedabad airport remained completely unaffected. The airport successfully maintained its regular schedule without any disruptions to passenger services.
Ahmedabad's city airport handles approximately 250 to 300 flights daily. This includes both take-offs and landings that require clear, hazard-free operational areas. The successful clearance operation ensured all these flights could operate safely throughout the kite flying season.
The airport's proactive measures demonstrate their commitment to passenger safety and operational excellence. Regular monitoring and immediate response mechanisms helped prevent potential incidents that could have arisen from kite-related hazards.
